Will AI Free Us from Work?
In a special edition of the LSE IQ Podcast, Sophie Mallett discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on employment with Professor Judy Wajcman, Emeritus Professor of Sociology at LSE.
The Future of Work
Professor Wajcman explores the question of whether AI will cause huge unemployment, a concern that has been raised before during the microelectronic revolution and the internet revolution.
The question people always ask me is, is AI going to cause huge unemployment? It's the same question I was asked during the microelectronic revolution — the internet revolution, if you want to call it that.
Key Takeaways
- AI's impact on employment is a major concern.
- The fear of job replacement is a recurring question.
- The design of the future should not be left to the most powerful tech companies.
Author's summary: Exploring AI's impact on work and society.
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